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Austin’s Violin Shop....................................................... 24 Becky Smith -- Baird & Warner.................................. 28 Bird Is The Word............................................................... 18 Bob Jass Chevrolet......................................................... 14 Deluxe Cleaners.................................................................2 Eddie Gaedel Pub / Paisano’s Pizza & Grill..............8 Everbook Academy....................................................... 29 Euphoria Emporium...................................................... 24 Flip Family Hair Care...................................................... 20 Fox Valley Auto Group.................................................. 11 Fox Valley ReStore.......................................................... 12 Geneva Commons......................................................... 13 Geneva Financial............................................................ 12 Holiday Hour RV.................................................................6 Horton & Vranas D.D.S. ...................................................5 Houndstooth & Plaid.......................................................4 House of Fireplaces....................................................... 27 Johnson Seat & Canvas................................................ 30 Kane County Jrs. Volleyball Club............................. 18

Kane County Mutual Insurance............................... 15 Lewis & Associates Tax Planning, Inc. ................... 21 Loyal Companions...................................................16-17 McCann Window and Door..........................................3 Modern Dentistry........................................................... 32 Operation Support Our Troops-America............. 20 Orange Heating & Cooling............................................2 Oui Travel............................................................................ 15 Patriot Heating & Coolin.............................................. 30 Physical Therapy Advantage..................................... 28 PJN Tax Solutions Group.............................................. 31 RE / MAX Excels............................................................... 10 Reserve of Geneva...................................................22-23 Right at Home.................................................................. 19 Safe Harbor Counseling.............................................. 26 Seniors Helping Seniors.............................................. 31 St. Charles Park District................................................ 25 State Street Jewelers........................................................9 SVN / Landmark Commercial Real Estate...............4 Tentinger Landscape.......................................................6 West Valley Graphics & Print.........................................7

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There’s a big difference at Deluxe Cleaners Paula (left) and Diana provide friendly, top-notch service at Deluxe Cleaners on Rt. 31. in Batavia

Orange Home Services is Batavia’s award-winning heating & air conditioning choice

hether you are sweltering in the summer heat or trying to stay toasty warm in the depths of winter, Orange Home Services offers the quality and experience customers can rely on for residential heating and cooling needs. The company experience and quality of work at every is now a factory authorized Bryant dealer, job site. The Cannella’s believe in treating offering premium comfort system products people the same way they want to be in the industry. treated, and this business philosophy has Jim Cannella and his resonated with their client base. wife Cindy, and the For the second year in a row, Orange Home whole Orange team are committed to the Services has been recognized as the Daily area and the people. Family-owned and Herald Readers’ Choice for Best of the operated since 2010, they strive to keep Best HVAC company, and again One of the their clients comfortable and completely Best in the Kane County Chronicle’s Best satisfied with their services, including: of the Fox competition. This continuing maintenance and replacement of furnaces and air conditioners, custom duct work, recognition shows that customers in humidifiers, thermostats and indoor air the Fox Valley appreciate Orange Home Services’ quality service and excellent quality improvement. craftsmanship. Jim has more than 25 years

Not all drycleaners are alike. For almost 60 years family-owned Deluxe Cleaners has been the Fox Valley’s expert, giving your garment the extra attention it deserves. Every garment is expertly pressed for a sharp look. Deluxe provides professional drycleaning and laundering of all garments and household items, including area rugs and throw rugs, draperies, comforters, pillows, blankets and more. They specialize in expert handling of all fabrics, including leather and suede, and provide specialty services such as ridding pillows of allergens, professional cleaning of formal wear and the preservation of wedding gowns.

Tosaw said the secret to Deluxe Cleaners’ success is ensuring that the customer’s garment or other item is cleaned and cared for professionally with the best quality around.

Deluxe uses the exclusive Sanitone drycleaning process. Their premium detergents and sizings provide cleaner garments with brighter whites and colors, a like-new, soft feel and a clean smell. Sanitone calls it the best drycleaning money can buy.

And yet their prices are affordable. Deluxe offers a discount text club. Text DCleaners to 223344 for exclusive offers.

If in the process of cleaning your clothes, Deluxe notices you’re missing a button, they’ll replace it free. They also give extra attention to troublesome spots.

Deluxe Cleaners and Shirt Laundry

Same day shirt and drycleaning service is offered every day except Thursday and Sunday, and they also provide expert tailoring, repairs and alterations. Owner John Tosaw grew up in the drycleaning business. The cleaners opened in 1955, and in 1959 his parents bought the ﬁrm. When they retired in

“We’ll answer your questions, offer solutions for care problems, and guarantee our results,” Tosaw said.

102 S. Batavia Ave., (Rt. 31), Batavia, (630) 879-3092 141 S. Randall Rd. (by Jewel), Batavia (630) 879-3091 Open Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m.- 5 p.m. Randall Rd. Sun. 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. www.deluxedryclean.com

Elburn, Orange Home Services operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week to serve their customers. 102 S. Batavia Ave., (Rt. 31), Batavia

39W963 Midan Dr., Unit 1 Elburn, IL 60119 630-845-3343

www.orangehomeservices.com

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141 S. Randall Rd. (by Jewel), Batavia

$3 OFF A $10 $10 OFF A $30 PURCHASE. PURCHASE. SM-CL1546910

info@orangehomeservices.com

Deluxe Cleaners is eco-friendly, treating your items with non-toxic cleaning products and techniques for gentle, yet effective results. Deluxe has been designated a Certiﬁed Environmental Drycleaner from the Drycleaning and Laundry Institute.

With two locations in Batavia and

in the HVAC industry and has trained the entire Orange Home Services team to share his high standards for excellence,

12 W. Wilson St., Suite B Batavia, IL 60510 630-761-3343

1984, John took over the operations of the downtown Batavia company, and in 1989 added a new location on Randall Road in Batavia. It offers the same all-inclusive services.

Valid on incoming orders only. Not valid with any other offer. One offer per customer per day. Expires Aug. 31, 2018.

MCCANN WINDOW

AND

DOOR:

Exceptional service, satisfied customers There are some window and door companies that only sell, and do not actually install their products. Other companies do just the opposite. One visit to a customer’s home who bought a door from him only to have someone else install it upside down made it clear to owner Patrick McCann of McCann Window and Door that his company needed to do both.

they want and need someone who has the technical experience to walk them through the buying and installation process. I saw where there was a disconnect between buying windows and doors and having them professionally installed. Some people offered great products but no installation. Some installers offered great installation but did not know the technical side, and by that, I mean the right product for the application. We offer both,” McCann said.

So McCann Window and Door specializes in precisely those two things, utilizing their vast industry knowledge and exceptional customer service to see each project through to completion. With a “no games” approach, McCann’s customers appreciate the value of being walked through the entire process to ﬁnd the right products at the right price for their home or business. McCann has 27 years of experience in construction material supply, and several industry certiﬁcations including LEED from the US Green Building Council. Having run two previous window and door companies for other people before starting his own, it’s more than just a business to Patrick. It’s a labor of love. “I’m in this business because I enjoy it. I appreciate the fact that people are making an investment in their homes and that

GRAND OPENING Thursday, July 19, 3-7 p.m. Refreshments will be served Drawing for $1,400 “Geneva Weekend”: Two nights for two at the Herrington Inn & Spa, including Herrington dinner and spa allowance and $150 in Geneva dining certiﬁcates. Enjoy a weekend in downtown Geneva and don’t spend a dollar!

Living in Geneva, McCann recognized that many people in the area prefer to buy from a local business instead of a big box store, so he opened a new showroom in downtown Geneva. This makes the buying process easy, convenient and seamless. Come to the grand opening Thursday, July 19 from 3-7 p.m.

From the initial estimate all the way to the completed installation, McCann and his team believe in treating the customer with honesty. This develops trust, making for a smooth, professionally completed job that customers will be happy with. And happy they are, with a roster of strong referrals in place. “We can call any one of our customers and they speak highly of us because we take care of them for years after the sale,” McCann said. If you’re thinking about more energy-efﬁcient windows, or new, safer doors, and the idea of an honest process from a trusted, local company sounds right to you, contact McCann Window and Door.

215 W. State St., Geneva

331-248-0455

www.mccannwindowanddoor.com

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Be advised. There is a difference — with SVN.

The SVN Difference Neil Johnson opened SVN Landmark Commercial Real Estate in 2005 as a franchise of SVN International (formerly Sperry Van Ness). “It has been satisfying to provide our clients with the strength of a world-class firm, plus established local presence,” Johnson said. “I was attracted by the company-wide culture of collaboration and fairness, based on a strong ethical foundation.”

GLOBAL REACH

“Our clients benefit from the cutting-edge technology and marketing resources of a world-class company. Every property has its own website and international online distribution.” Listings above $1 million are presented live on a weekly online broadcast open to the entire brokerage community. The Lipsey Co. 2018 survey again ranked SVN as the No. 6 most recognized commercial real estate brand. SVN International has presence in every major U.S. market, plus several other countries. In addition to their hundreds of Illinois clients, SVN Landmark advisors have assisted sellers, buyers, landlords and tenants from other states including Arizona, California, Colorado, New York, Oregon and Texas. One example was the sale of a $12 million St. Charles, Ill. office building for a Florida seller to a Pennsylvania buyer. International clients have represented Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany and New Zealand.

“We are linked with over 200 offices representing specialists in every commercial asset type,” Johnson said. “As part of the SVN shared value network, we have developed relationships across the country. This powerful affiliation allows us to help our clients regardless of the location, size or type of commercial property.” For instance, Johnson co-listed an industrial property in Arizona with a colleague in Phoenix. As a restaurant tenant rep, Joel Miller has collaborated with SVN advisors from around the country. Resulting from a California SVN referral, Brian Haney sold an Illinois property for a Florida-based lender.

LOCAL EXPERTISE

The SVN Landmark brokerage team in Geneva has proven success with investment sales, leasing and tenant representation. They have completed 750+ sale and lease transactions throughout Chicago’s suburbs, including retail, restaurant, office and industrial properties, plus vacant land. Clients have included private individuals, companies, lenders and even municipalities. SVN advisors are encouraged to be involved in their local communities. Johnson serves on the Geneva Chamber board of directors, plus other local business and civic groups, and is an active member of his church in Batavia, Ill.

Be advised. There is a difference — with SVN.

25 N Third St., Suite 200, Geneva, IL Owner Neil Johnson, Managing Director/Broker Ph: (630) 938-4950 • Fax: 630-938-4960 neil.johnson@svn.com

www.svnlandmark.com

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Houndstooth & Plaid focuses on distinctive wrapping and gifts For Cherie McCarron, taking the time to ﬁnd the right paper and accessories to wrap a gift is almost as important as the gift itself. With that philosophy she launched Houndstooth & Plaid, where the focus is on distinctive gift wrap. She and her staff strive to personalize each wrapped gift, working with a choice of various papers - including sustainable and recycled wrapping materials - as well as the ribbons, embellishments and unique handmade cards.

Kevin & Cherie McCarron, Owners

“I have always loved wrapping gifts,” McCarron says. “I feel there is just something special about giving and receiving something that someone took the time to make beautiful. With every fold, every ribbon tied, the gift giver thinks about the recipient, maybe the memories they shared, the way they might feel when they open the gift, how they feel about the person.” She and her husband, Kevin, are long-time residents of the Tri-Cities and are excited to fulﬁll a dream of opening a shop in downtown Geneva.

“I love making people smile,” McCarron says. “I love building relationships and getting to know people.”

And for those still searching for the perfect gift, Houndstooth & Plaid has a beautiful selection of gifts, many made by local artists including jewelry, soaps and vintage ﬁnds. The shop also has all the needed services to go with it: local pick-up and drop-off services, personalized local delivery and UPS, FedEx and USPS shipping. It also is a delivery destination for subsequent gift wrapping from any preferred online retailer. So stop in Houndstooth & Plaid and watch Cherie make you smile!

Houndstooth & Plaid

217 S. 3rd St., Suite 200, Geneva

630-870-7157 www.houndstoothandplaid.com Hours/days of operation: Monday 10-5, Tuesday by appt., Wednesday 10-5, Thursday 10-7, Friday 10-7, Saturday 10-7, Sunday 11-5. Hours will vary during holiday seasons.

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Whether customers are visiting the shop in person or browsing the online selection, they will receive personalized attention. From wrapping gifts for friends and family to corporate gifting, the staff at Houndstooth & Plaid focuses on the details and takes the time to create beautifully wrapped gifts.

We love what we do, and it shows in our patients’

Dr. Horton and Dr. Vranas have been practicing dentistry in St. Charles for 30 years. Both doctors are 1986 graduates of Northwestern University Dental School and hold the prestigious Fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry.

smiles AFTER

BEFORE

Whitening

Veneers

he team at Horton & Vranas delivers all aspects of general and restorative dentistry, digital X-Rays (reduces radiation exposure up to 80 percent over conventional methods), teeth whitening (one hour and at-home), veneers, crowns (CEREC One Visit Dentistry), bonding, Invisalign and dental implants — both single tooth and denture implant services.

Invisalign And Bonding

The doctors’ goal is not only to create a beautiful and aesthetically appealing smile, but one that will enhance the quality of your life. Our team is dedicated to providing individuals and families with state-of-the-art restorative and esthetic dental care in our modern high-technology facility designed for your comfort.

Invisalign And Crowns

We take great pride in providing our service to our patients in a timely manner, with minimized wait time for patient appointments. We invite our patients to relax in the comfort of our reception area, enjoy a complimentary refreshment, utilize our WiFi network, or relax and enjoy reading from our large selection of up-to-date magazines.

Implant Dentistry

*Actual patient photos

Accepting New Patients

2210 Dean St., Suite #H St. Charles, Illinois 60175

630-377-1010 www.hortonvranasdds.com

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“Your Pleasure Is Our Business” Holiday Hour RV helps customers ﬁnd new ways to enjoy the great outdoors!

Tentinger Landscapes:

Holiday Hour RV, owned by Rick and Lisa Flanigan, has built their reputation based on quality products, sales and service. The company has been family-owned and operated since 1972, and now welcomes the third-generation with Jeff, Jenny and Jill. Holiday Hour RV offers state-of-the-art products that merge the newest technology with the ultimate in comfort from Jayco travel trailers to fifth-wheels and toy haulers, as well as name brands such as Cyclone, Vengeance, Torque and Flagstaff. “Being the third generation, this is what I have done all my life,” Jeff said. “I enjoy dealing with a wide spectrum of the public and helping families find the perfect camper to fit their camping needs. At Holiday Hour RV, we strive to help families make lifelong memories.” Now, in its forty-sixth year in business, Holiday Hour RV has experienced economic ups and downs, but has always remained a fixture in the region. In fact, Holiday Hour RV was recently ranked Jayco’s largest toy hauler dealer in the world per dealer location in 2016. Rick attributes Holiday Hour RV’s longevity to its priority of keeping customers happy.

Throughout the history of the company, they have had consistent repeat customers dating to when Rick’s parents, Lester and Shirley Flanigan, opened the business. Many of these customers have now purchased from all three generations. “There is nothing more enjoyable than hearing about great locations and campgrounds that our customers have been to on their vacations,” Rick said. “There is so much to see in the States.” The RV industry has been growing at a record pace since 2008. Holiday Hour RV has successfully kept up with the high sales demand. People are deﬁnitely doing their fair share of traveling and enjoying the outdoors. “The excitement on customers’ faces as they are ready to leave the lot with their brand-new trailer is priceless. Working in an environment that people are passionate about, makes working in the family business fun,” Jill said. “People are always excited to get out, enjoy the outdoors and spend time with family and friends.” “We love hearing from our customers about how satisﬁed they are with our sales, parts and service departments. Customer service is our key goal,” Rick said.

HOLIDAY HOUR RV 350 W. Lincoln Hwy., Cortland, IL 60112 1 mile east of DeKalb, on Route 38

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Education. Experience. Satisfaction.

Zack Tentinger always had a passion for the landscape industry. He dug deep into each summer season during his college career to use the experience he gained from the Landscape Architecture and Horticulture programs at Purdue University to design and build landscapes and hardscapes for many customers throughout the Fox Valley.

experts in any and all services. Their drive to produce a premium product differentiates their employees as experienced technicians in the industry. A constant effort to improve the quality of the ﬁnished product has resulted in many satisﬁed customers.

The company bases all its projects and “Tentinger maintenance programs Landscapes’ service around proper and quality work technique and quality materials. Since it has exceeded launched, Tentinger our expectations. Landscapes has Tentinger Now a well-established, continued to grow in Landscapes knows both its construction full-service landscape customer service” provider offering design, and maintenance construction and divisions. Welcoming Keith, St. Charles, IL maintenance, Tentinger clients who seek Landscapes has quality and reliability, developed a strong reputation for quality one of the reasons the business continues products and customer satisfaction. to thrive is because the crews enjoy all elements of landscaping. Referral after referral brought the ﬁrm Financing his education, Zack produced interesting gardens and outdoor spaces, prompting the start of Tentinger Landscapes, Inc.

to realize that a maintenance division was needed to appropriately care for the landscapes it designed. Serving the western suburbs of Chicago, Tentinger Landscapes services include: garden design, site master planning, grading, tree planting, perennial planting, patio design and installation (stone and brick pavers), retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, mulch installation, cleanups, weekly maintenance, mowing and fertilization programs. The wide array of projects and services Tentinger takes on teaches the crews to be

In the future, the ﬁrm looks to increase the implementation of native plant material into local landscapes. As a member of the green industry, Tentinger Landscapes educates consumers and customers on the value and necessity of using native plant material and prairies. Tentinger Landscapes also offers winter services like snow removal, shoveling, and de-icing of parking lots, driveways and walkways. For more information about Tentinger Landscapes’ services call (630) 913-5100 or visit www.tentinger.co

WEST VALLEY GRAPHICS & PRINT wins Reader’s Choice award for

BEST PRINTER

Since 1982 West Valley Graphics & Print, Inc. has serviced the Fox Valley area and surrounding communities as a full service printer dedicated to high quality production. West Valley’s staff provides digital and conventional printing, including letterhead, envelopes, brochures, wedding invitations, announcements, business forms and much more. Color and black and white copying projects include booklets, manuals, reports, labels, contracts, resumes and newsletters, just to name a few. Owner Bill Ledvora believes the established and highly valued customer relationships have been the reason for the growth and stability of his operation over the last 35 years. West Valley employs a team concept and meet as a group to determine the best methods to produce a superior product. Adding customer involvement and approval throughout the process is the key to their quality-ﬁnished product. Manager Dana Nolan handles production, scheduling and customer service, including walk-in and telephone orders and quotes. Mike Rosier, art director, manages the pre-

press/graphics department utilizing both

or slowing down the printing process.

Mac and PC computers to assist customers with the design of printed products. Using customer ﬁles from removable media, e-mail or scanned-in images, the graphics staff will ensure reliability of those ﬁles to meet customer expectations.

According to Ledvora, “This new technology enables us to increase our lines of productivity and efﬁciency, providing unparalleled image quality, bringing added value to our customers.”

“I depend on the professionalism of Dana and Mike, and I’m conﬁdent in their ability to solve our customers’ print dilemmas and service their everyday needs,” Ledvora said.

Production color digital print is one of the fastest growing segments of the graphic arts industry. Clients are looking for shorter, more frequent print runs of targeted, customized marketing material.

Ledvora believes that future growth is West Valley’s goal as a print provider is dependent on a total to offer its clients team effort in order uncompromising to maintain a solid quality and faster relationship with turnaround times at new and existing competitive prices. customers, while Whether you are at the same time, starting a new keeping abreast business or hobby Sunday, April 29, 2018 of technological and need help in Readers’ Choice changes. designing, printing Business to Business To meet the constantly and ﬁnishing your changing printing marketing, don’t Best Business Printing Firm market and the hesitate to call for West Valley Graphics demand for high more information or & Print, Inc. quality color printing, stop by West Valley West Valley Graphics Graphics at 201 S. 3rd recently installed the St., in St. Charles. Xerox Versant 80 Digital Image Press and COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT an additional high-speed black and white West Valley has kept strong roots in the copier to complement their offset printing community for the last 35 years and takes capabilities. The Xerox Versant 80 Press pride in lending talents and resources features variable data printing, a form of towards a variety of organizations in the on-demand printing, in which each printed local communities. piece may be individualized without stopping In addition, West Valley supports the

following organizations: St. Charles History Museum, St. Charles Park District, St. Patrick Church, St. John Neumann, Lazarus House, Pheasants Forever, Special Olympics, St. Charles Schools, South Elgin High School, St. Baldrick’s, Geneva History Center, Kuipers Family Farms - Wedding Show, Little League Baseball, Warbird Adventures, Geneva Community Chest, Boy Scouts of America, Girl Scouts of America, Geneva Concours, Marmion Academy and St. Charles Downtown Partnership and others.

Let us be part of your team. West Valley Graphics & Print, Inc. 201 S. 3rd Street, St. Charles

630-377-7575

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All in the name Paisano’s is a friend to the area

When Dick and Annette Theobald decided to open their own pizza business in Elburn, they needed a name, and they wanted it to reflect their philosophy.

Eddie Gaedel Pub and Grill is a small sports bar named after a small baseball player, Eddie Gaedel, who was Grand Marshall of the Elburn Days parade in 1951. According to one of the owners, Annette Theobald, only a true sports fan would know about Eddie.

PATIO IS OPEN!

The bar opened at 117 N. Main St., Elburn, in May 2013.

FEATURES

To set the atmosphere, Eddie’s has three big screen TVs to watch your favorite sports. For the thirsty, Eddie’s features a great selection of craft beers and IPA’s, as well as the standard domestic and import beers; wine, martinis and their famous Eddie Mary.

SUNDAYS: Ultimate Eddie Mary’s Go a little crazy with our Eddie Mary MONDAYS: Burger and a Brew TUESDAYS: Tacos WEDNESDAYS: Seafood & Wine THURSDAYS: Smoked Brisket FRIDAYS: Lagunitas Beer Battered Fish Fry SATURDAYS: Hickory Smoked Spare Rib Dinner

“The Eddie Mary is our version of a Bloody Mary that, well, is a meal in itself,” Annette explained. “It has made a name for itself, and folks have traveled a distance to have one.” For an updated list of the beers carried by Eddie, go to www.beermenus.com and search Eddie Gaedel’s. “You can follow us on there and get an email whenever we update the beer menu,” Annette said. “We are also on Facebook, where we post updates to our beer menu and food menu.” “Our menu is always evolving,” Annette said. “Every time a customer comes in, there will be some of the same items as the last time they were there, but there will also be daily featured items.” The newest creation is “The Impossible Burger.” People travel from miles around for it.

LIVE C I MUFriS day Night

And something you’ll always find is delicious Paisano’s pizza. On Fridays they feature a Lagunitas Beer Battered Fish Fry; Saturdays include a Hickory Smoked Spare Rib Dinner; Sundays feature Eddie Mary Mania; Mondays enjoy a Burger and a Brew; Tuesdays feature Tacos; Wednesdays feature Seafood and Wine, and Thursdays are Smoked Brisket. To coincide with their philosophy of giving back to the community, Eddie’s has hosted several fundraisers since it opened its doors. They have an annual “Opening Day Celebration” that coincides with the opening day of MLB, where money raised is given to the Kidney Foundation on behalf of the Gaedel family. It’s their favorite charity. They also have live music on Friday nights. “It is sometimes difficult to find a place to eat that has a nice decor, great food and service, and is reasonably priced,” Annette said. “We do our best to have all three components. The success of our business comes from many things: having a great, comfortable atmosphere; great food; great team of servers and cooks; and being active in the community.”

117 N. Main Street, Elburn (630) 365-9938 EddieGaedelPubAndGrill.com

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Check our website for upcoming entertainment & special events.

”We picked the name Paisano’s because it means friend/fellow countryman in Italian,” Dick said. “We want to be a friend to the community and help out how we can.” They believe that a business has the responsibility to give back to the community. That’s what they’ve always done in Elburn, and the tradition continues with their new Sugar Grove location. “We appreciate our customers’ loyalty so much and how the community supports us, we like to support the community that we live in. Whenever someone or a group asks us if we can help, we do our best to do so,” Annette said. Paisano’s helps organizations from local sports teams to libraries, schools, churches, Boy Scouts, and various other community groups. A main reason their customers keep returning is Paisano’s community involvement and Paisano’s focus on quality, fresh food. They strive to use the freshest ingredients available—all of their vegetables are prepared and cut daily, and they make their own sauces—ranging from traditional pizza sauce to meat sauce, marinara, sweet and sour, barbecue, pesto and alfredo. The crusts are also homemade and come in a variety of styles, including thin, double dough, pan and stuffed. A gluten-free and a cauliflower crust are also offered. From September through May, enjoy the homemade soup. Virtually everything is made from scratch, and what they found is that everyone has their own personal favorites on the menu. “We have a full catering menu. We take special requests. We would love the opportunity to cater your gatherings. We also offer fundraising programs.” With Paisano’s sister business Eddie Gaedel Pub and Grill in Elburn, you can sit down to enjoy a pizza. The staff will be happy to order your pizza. So whether you come to Eddie’s or Paisano’s, you know your taste buds will thank you. Like us on Facebook to get the latest es updates and specials specials. Ch Check out what others have to say!

DELIVERY AREA:

We provide delivery from Elburn 9 miles and from Sugar Grove within 7 miles.

106 N. Main Street, Elburn • (630) 365-9477 98 S. Main Street, Sugar Grove • (630) 277-8782 Independent, local family owned and operated.

www.paisanospizzagrill.com

Sunday, noon to 10 pm; Monday-Thursday, 11 am-10 pm; Friday & Saturday, 11 am-11 pm

State Street Jewelers’ employees love to give back to the community If you have any doubt about how much the employees at State Street Jewelers love this area, you only have to look at the hours of their own time they spend volunteering, and the list of where they volunteer. It gives State Street Jewelers great pleasure to support the people and charities that make Geneva, Batavia, St. Charles and the surrounding community a great place to live and do business. That’s why they spend so much time trying to give back. From the very beginning the culture at State Street Jewelers, now the Fox Valley’s premier jeweler, has included a giving attitude, joining as many community activities as possible, from the Geneva, Batavia and St. Charles Chambers of Commerce, to the Geneva History Museum to many of the schools in the area. The staff at State Street Jewelers is all about service, from helping out with a local charity, to giving you the undivided attention you deserve when looking for that special piece of jewelry. They have a full shop in store where they can custommake your jewelry. From just a dream in your mind, to using gemstones from a family heirloom, the options are limitless. The shop can also repair or restore your jewelry and make it shine like the day you first received it.

It gives the staff great satisfaction to know that not only are they selling excellent products, but they are building relationships and making clients feel like they are family. And the service doesn’t end there. The knowledgeable sales staff can shop, wrap and even deliver your special gift. From your first charm to the most beautiful engagement ring, they are happy to assist. Whether in their store at the corner of Third and State Streets in downtown Geneva, or out and about in the community, look for a State Street

Jewelers’ employee to help get the job done. Some of the community groups they’re proud to support: Fox Valley Hands of Hope Mutual Ground CASA Kane County Fox Valley Food For Health Living Well Cancer Resource Center Geneva History Museum St. Charles History Center Elderday Center Bunco For Breast Cancer Moose Charities Suicide Prevention Services Literacy Volunteers of Fox Valley The Holmstad Geneva Park District Geneva Garden Club Batavia Women’s Club Geneva Women’s Club Geneva Community Chest Anderson Animal Shelter Fine Line Creative Arts Center TriCity Family Services Ooh LaLa Chocolate 5K Run Geneva Academic Foundation Nature Ridge DuPage Children’s Museum Northern Illinois Food Bank Geneva Chamber of Commerce

St. Charles Chamber of Commerce Batavia Chamber of Commerce St. Peter Church St. Patrick Church Blessing of the Animals-St. Mark’s Church Fox Valley Wildlife Center Fox Valley Presbyterian Church A.I.D. Geneva and St. Charles Post Prom

230 W. State St., Geneva (630) 232-2085 www.statestreetjewelers.com Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Thurs: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Local RE/MAX Ofﬁce Honored Supporting Their Agents and The Community

Hank Erwin and Paulette Peiffer, owners of RE/MAX Excels in Geneva, recently received the Broker/Owner of the Year award for RE/MAX of Illinois. As one of 117 offices considered for the award, RE/MAX Excels attributes this honor to their 40 outstanding agents who nominated Erwin and Peiffer for the award. “We are lucky to work in an office where everyone is treated like family,” said Excels agent Leslie Kiesel. “We volunteer together, work together, solve problems together and celebrate together. It is a rare thing these days to have an office that is more than just a place of business.” “Hank and Paulette have created a culture that is successful, professional, lively, full of integrity and fun,” added Excels agent Kathy Brothers. “In this competitive industry, to have an owner in your corner is essential! Hank and Paulette are those people – extremely knowledgeable, accessible, fair and ethical. They will go the extra mile for you at all times,” explained Excels agent Mary Reuter. At RE/MAX Excels, Erwin and Peiffer go beyond providing support, training, and guidance for their agents. Office get-togethers and volunteering as a team allow their agents to enjoy a tight-knit community where the feeling of camaraderie is the norm. “We support our agents and treat them like family. This isn’t just a business or production; we take care of our people” noted Paulette Peiffer. Erwin’s 38 years in real estate and Peiffer’s 30 years as the “glue that holds the RE/MAX Excels office together” has given them the experience to support a team that not only takes care of their clients but also serves the community. As an office, Excels works hard to help

Hank Erwin and Paulette Peiffer, owners of RE/MAX Excels

others by providing for families in need through Tri-City Family Services, raising money for the Children’s Miracle Network, sponsoring events to support the Troops, packaging food for Feed My Starving Children, offering free shredding events to the community, and supporting animal adoption events. This office never stops giving back to the community. The positive atmosphere and camaraderie at RE/MAX Excels also benefits their clients. Excels agents average 23.9 transactions per year, while agents affiliated with other RE/MAX offices average 17 transactions per year (competitor agents average 7.5 transactions per year). “Hank and Paulette make us better agents and better people,” said Excels agent John Gamble. “There is no other office like RE/MAX Excels.” For more information about RE/MAX Excels, please visit http://excels1.com or call 630-208-7400

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We Move People 6 Years/72,000 Miles Transferable Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty

he goal of the Fox Valley Auto Group, Fox Valley Volkswagen St. Charles, Fox Valley Volkswagen Schaumburg and Fox Valley Buick GMC St. Charles is to sell and service new Volkswagen, Buick and GMC vehicles and all makes and models of pre-driven vehicles.

Abinion began selling vehicles to help pay for college and fell in love with the business. His first dealership was Landmark Ford in Niles, IL for 16 years. Vice President, Pre-driven Vehicle

Their focus toward providing superior customer service and excellent ownership experience has allowed Fox Valley Auto Group to expand over the years.

Their mission is to move people. But this is not about selling their customers a vehicle and repairing the ones they already have. It is about much more than that and it is certainly much more than two simple words. They want everyone who is in contact with their team members every day to be MOVED. Moved in many ways, but always for the better — better than before their engagement with them — whether it is financially, spiritually, emotionally as well as professionally.

Emir Abinion, Founder, President & CEO, Fox Valley Auto Group

“We want to move people to a better place in their lives just by dealing and working with us,” said founder, President and CEO Emir Abinion. “Imagine the impact we can have on people’s lives with this as our focus. This is what it truly means to be of service.”

Director and Partner Shakeel Omar, operated a successful pre-driven automotive retail store in Chicago, IL for over 16 years. Long-time friends, Abinion and Omar met when they were selling cars together at Golf Mill Ford in the mid-1980s.

Abinion added a new Volkswagen dealership in West Chicago in 2006, which in 2016 moved and expanded to a 40,000 square-foot facility in St. Charles. Fox Valley Volkswagen Schaumburg opened in 2008 and recently underwent a significant remodel both inside and out to enhance the customer experience. Fox Valley Buick GMC of St. Charles opened in 2011.

In 2016, Frank Butnaru, who worked for Abinion in sales at Landmark Ford, was named as a second partner and is the General Manager of the Volkswagen dealership in Schaumburg. The two are long-time friends, as well.

In 2012, Volkswagen awarded Abinion the Volkswagen Diamond Pin Award, a recognition bestowed on only four dealers in North America and 70 Volkswagen dealers world-wide, for their overall commitment to the brand and its customers. They were again recognized in 2015 with membership in Volkswagen’s Customer First Club. This accolade recognizes the dealership as a top performer in customer satisfaction on a national level. The two things that drive Abinion are finding ways to make it better and more convenient for the dealerships’ customers to do business with them, and how can they serve the community better. Fox Valley Auto Group has three locations and approximately 160 employees. Together, Fox Valley Auto Group sells about 5,000 vehicles and services over 54,000 vehicles annually. Abinion said the secret to his dealerships’ success is to treat people like he would want to be treated and to be a value through service to his customers and community. “This comes first before any vehicle is sold or serviced,” he said.

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GENEVA FINANCIAL makes choosing a mortgage a happy, stress-free process No matter how it’s broken down, a mortgage is one of the biggest investments you can make. The process has the potential to be stressful and complicated, so it’s important to have an experienced company that can fully inform you each step of the way and provide options that lead to stress-free, comfortable decisions. For branch manager Dave Marquardt of Geneva Financial, this is precisely what they aim to do for you.

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create a smooth, comfortable process throughout. The ﬁrm has the strength of a large, national presence, while remaining locallyfocused, providing services to local real estate partners and clients alike. Having lived in the Fox Valley area for many years, Marquardt and staff understand the needs of area residents and constantly stay on top of all regulations and mortgage products in the ever-changing industry.

“Our total commitment is to provide clients with a full knowledge of their loan process Contact Geneva Financial to find the right and to allow them to feel comfortable with mortgage from experienced, local folks who care. it,” Marquardt said. Founded in 2007, Geneva Financial operates with their clients’ happiness as their number one priority. Specializing in conventional, FHA, USDA, new home construction loans and reverse mortgages, clients can be assured to find the right mortgage product for their needs. Down payment assistance programs are available. Geneva Financial has developed customized, innovative tools which loan officers use to assist customers, and

Aurora ReStore of Habitat for Humanity is a nonproﬁt, home improvement store and donation center that sells new and gently used furniture, appliances, doors, windows, cabinets, building materials and much more to the public at a fraction of the retail price.

Habitat for Humanity International is a nonproﬁt, nondenominational, Christian housing ministry. Habitat welcomes all people - regardless of race, religion, ethnicity or any other difference. Our goal is to build simple, decent, affordable housing for those who lack adequate shelter.

New products are donated every day. Stop by often as you never know what’s in store at ReStore. Whether you are a do-it-yourselfer, homeowner, renter, landlord, contractor or someone who just knows where to ﬁnd great deals, make Aurora ReStore your ﬁrst stop when shopping for your next home improvement, renovation or DIY project.

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from these sales go directly to support Habitat for Humanity in its mission to build affordable housing.

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ReStore's mission is to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity® by selling donated building materials. The proﬁts

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Check out our website, www.foxvalleyrestore.org or call us for more information about shopping, donations or how to volunteer. (630) 585-5508 4100 Fox Valley Center Dr., Aurora, IL 60504 Tuesday thru Friday 10am -8pm | Saturday 10am -6pm Sunday 11am-5pm | Closed Mondays

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New Shopping Experience There’s a lot new going on at Geneva Commons. The bustling, open-air lifestyle center recently unveiled a transformed outdoor gathering green area. This marks the largest renovation in Geneva Commons’ history, creating a park-like space that will serve as the focal point of the center. Visitors can gather and take in the new features, including comfortable seating, pergola, ﬁreplace, life-size chessboard, grassy expanses and more. A variety of special events will be hosted in the new area throughout the year, including movie nights, ﬁtness seminars, ice skating and concerts. Other enhancements to Geneva Commons include the addition of two new stores: MAC Cosmetics and PANDORA Jewelry - more new destination Shopping Center! Voted Number One Shopping Center Geneva Commons has been voted Kane County’s No. 1 shopping center year after year. The premier lifestyle center serves the west suburban Chicago metropolitan area, and features a wide selection of stores and restaurants including Crate & Barrel, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Barnes & Noble, Forever 21, Sephora, H&M, Williams Sonoma, California Pizza Kitchen, Houlihan’s, Bar Louie and over 70 specialty shops and dining options. In addition to the exceptional collection of stores and restaurants, visitors to Geneva Commons can enjoy a series of events all year long.

Shopping At Its Best Geneva Commons features 70 upscale retailers stocked with everything from the latest fashions, accessories and beauty products to sports gear, home furnishings and an endless selection of gifts and promotions. Done shopping but need a little pampering? Top beauty spots like Massage Envy, Ravenna Nail Salon and the Amazing Lash Studio will have you feeling brand new.

or visit their website: www.ShopGenevaCommons.com and sign up for their e-newsletter. Always Free Wi-Fi Geneva Commons offers free Wi-Fi in all common areas. When you register your mobile device, you’ll also be eligible to receive exclusive Instant Deals from participating stores, plus a free treat just for signing up!

Want someone else to enjoy the new experience at Geneva Commons? Get them a Geneva Commons Gift Card. It’s accepted at all stores and restaurants throughout the center, so it’s guaranteed to please. Gift cards are available for purchase at the Mall Ofﬁce, located near H&M. Delicious Diversions From a quick snack to refuel while shopping to an enjoyable evening with family or friends, dining choices abound at Geneva Commons. Come see what’s cooking at Bar Louie, California Pizza Kitchen, Claddagh Irish Pub and Houlihan’s. In a hurry? Grab a quick, satisfying meal or snack from Corner Bakery Cafe, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Noodles & Company, Jamba Juice, Starbucks, Yogen Früz or Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. Stay Connected for the Latest Geneva Commons has a lot of ways for you to hear about new savings, offers, events and other exciting news. Follow them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter,

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CELEBRATE

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at these community events at Bob Jass Chevrolet

Summer is here, and the staff at Bob Jass Chevrolet is as busy as ever with communityminded events for the season. Heartland Blood Centers will once again be parking their big bus here on Saturday, July 14, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, for yet another blood drive. This will be the dealership’s sixth blood drive, and each time the response from the community gets bigger and better.

told, this program has generated $560,000. “Summer goes so quickly, and we are really looking forward to a crowd,” said Ryan Easter, Bob Jass Chevrolet general manager. “This is truly the heart of what America is all about.” So, stop by Bob Jass Chevrolet on Saturday, July 14 to donate blood - and share some barbecue and fellowship with Elburn’s American Legion members!

LOOK WHO’S NEW: Bob Jass Chevrolet is proud to announce that we have added a new salesperson to the staff! Joe Howland comes to us with more than 20 years of experience selling vehicles in the Chicago suburban area.

As always, Emily Darrow, Business Development Center manager, is coordinating this event. “Every year we have more and more people donate blood. It’s so nice to meet new people, as well as visit with the folks who have donated in the past and are back to donate again. It’s an amazing gift to give.” Walk-ins are always welcome but to avoid having to wait, appointments are encouraged. To schedule your donation, please contact Emily at 630-448-6112, or sign up online at www.heartlandbc.org. Every donor will receive a complimentary offer for a FREE breakfast entrée from Chickﬁl-A, and a Chicago Bears t-shirt. Coffee and donuts will also be available. Please help ﬁght the summer shortages by donating!

“We couldn’t be more pleased and proud to have Joe join us,” says Ryan Easter, General Manager. “Joe is an outstanding salesperson and individual. His character and manner of doing business ﬁt in perfectly with the way we do business here – honestly and fairly.” “Joe’s knowledge of the local vehicle market, combined with his character and high level of ethics is perfect,” says Bob Jass, Owner. “It’s exciting to be able to have him join our team. Adding Joe Howland to the staff is going to make our already amazing sales staff just that much better.”

Joe Howland Sales

For his part, Joe says, “I’m humbled and proud to join the Jass team, where outstanding character and old-fashioned values are a normal way of doing business.” So, when you get a chance, stop by the dealership, and say hi to Joe. We are sure you will come to like him as much as we do!

AND IF YOU HUNGER FOR SOMETHING MORE… Also, on that Saturday, Bob Jass Chevrolet will be hosting the USO Barbecue for the Troops community fundraiser from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. This annual event is sponsored by the USO of Illinois, with volunteers from the American Legion Post 630 of Elburn doing all the grilling. Each year the Chicago Automobile Trade Association has partnered with the USO of Illinois to host this community fundraiser. This will be the sixth year that CATA has worked to raise funds to support the USO of Illinois and its programs and services. All SM-CL1546909

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(630) 365-6481 300 S. Main St., Elburn www.BobJassChevrolet.com

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Make memories with Oui Travel on a Pilgrimage to Fatima & Lourdes with Barcelona Oui Travel is all about creating unique travel experiences, and a great example is their upcoming pilgrimage with Collette Tours. March 17-26, 2019 enjoy 10 days and 16 meals on your guided tour of two of the world’s most revered pilgrimage centers. Experience the wonderful cultures and beauty of Portugal, France and Spain.

AFFORDABLE PROPERTY INSURANCE FOR MORE THAN 90 YEARS

IN 1925, a group of 36 farmers who could not find insurance anywhere else formed their own company, Kane County Mutual Insurance Co.

Collette Tours has been an awardwinning leader in travel for 100 years. They give you more, including more Spend two nights in Fatima reflecting and memories. Collette takes your guided exploring the famous Basilica and the travel experience to another level. Their tombs of Francisco and Jacinto. Travel inclusive tours provide more value for to Aljustrel, where the children lived, and your money. the Valinhos, where Our Lady appeared Partnering with Collette is family-owned after the children’s return from prison. Oui Travel, a full-service travel agency During a two-night stay in Burgos, visit that offers several lifetimes of travel the magnificent Cathedral, a masterpiece experience. of Spanish gothic architecture. Explore “My mom and dad (Carolyn and David the impressive 12th century Monastery of Santa Maria Real de las Huelgas. Enjoy Owen) always had a passion for travel, a walking tour of Lourdes on a two-night history and other cultures,” owner/ stay there. Visit the moving Grotto where operator Cindy Brown said. “They instilled in their children the desire to learn and Our Lady appeared to Bernadette. End explore the world.” in vibrant Barcelona, and view Antonio Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece “La Today, 30 years since the company’s Sagrada Familia.” founding, their daughters Cindy and Laura and staff continue to provide the high level of service their parents instilled in them. Each of the staff has their own unique travel experience that enables them to provide expert advice. Mary Osterloh, who has extensive experience traveling in Europe will be your local host on the pilgrimage. For a limited time, save $200 per person. Contact Oui Travel today and prepare to make some amazing memories.

Over ninety years later, the company remains focused on providing its customers with service that exceeds their expectations. “The company was originally formed to fill a need for affordable property insurance in a rural area,” said manager Kathy Rice. “We still feel we offer a competitive product for our policy holders today.” The company provides property insurance coverage for farms, homes, rental properties, condos, tenants, structures under construction, as well as certain types of boats and RV’s. Equipment Breakdown Coverage can be added to your homeowners, farm owners or rental dwelling policies at a reasonable cost. The company has several convenient payment options as well. It is a small company that markets its products through various independent agencies, and remains based in Geneva, originally selected because it was the seat of Kane County. While much has changed during the past 90+ years, the company’s current leadership understands what has helped Kane County Mutual stand the test of time. “We maintain good relationships with our agents and our policy holders,” Rice said. When you call our office you will always talk to a real person.” Kane County Mutual Insurance, a Grinnell Mutual member, takes pride in being a farm mutual insurance company, owned by the policy holders, which helps keep premiums reasonable, since there are no stock holders to satisfy. For the future, the company plans to pursue controlled, sustainable growth by adding more agencies throughout Northern Illinois, where it does business. The company understands that those plans for the future can only occur if it remains focused on what it values most, its customers.

Kane County Mutual available through these local Independent agencies All Insurance Services, McHenry, Ill., (815) 344-2345 Allison-Lauritzen Insurance Agency, Gardner, Ill., (815) 237-8085 August Vincent Inc., Huntley, Ill., (847) 217-2184 BMC Insurance Agency, Hinckley, Ill., (815) 286-3273 Calfa for Insurance, Algonquin, Ill., (847) 658-5700 Complete Insurance Services, Joliet, Ill., (815) 723-3535 ENSURE, Inc., Barrington, Ill. (847) 316-9933 First Insurance Group, Plano, Ill., (630) 552-3447 Fox Valley Insurance Center, Sugar Grove, Ill., (630) 466-1700 HBT Insurance Agency, Sycamore, Ill., (815) 787-2241 Hometowne Insurance Services, Oswego, Ill., (630) 554-4040 Insurance Counts, Batavia, Ill., (630) 844-2790 Kane Mutual Insurance Service, Geneva, Ill., (630) 232-0152 Resource Insurance Agency, DeKalb, Ill., (815) 748-1463 Turk Financial Services, Inc., Elgin, Ill., (847) 214-1699 Woellert Insurance Agency, Spring Grove, Ill., (815) 675-1007

“You are never just a number, but a person with our company,” Rice said. “Our company was founded on the Golden Rule, and we still adhere to that concept today.”

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Give Your Pets The Best In Vet Care K

oyal Companions is a pet-centric veterinary practice providing state-of-the-art care in a FearFree environment. This results in more pleasant visits for beloved pets and their people. Loyal Companions is passionate about elevating the care your pet receives to the next level. Dr. Vicki Petsche has practiced veterinary medicine for 22 years and has worked in several veterinary hospitals in the Chicago suburbs, as well as in Miami, Fla. She settled in the Fox Valley area 15 years ago, and has been practicing in this community ever since. Loyal Companions Animal Hospital and Pet Resort is a full-

service veterinary hospital that also offers luxury overnight lodging, day care, grooming and training classes. The style of the building allowed Dr. Petsche to design the animal hospital and pet resort of her dreams. As an added bonus, there is a spacious yard for the lodging and day care pets to get outdoor exercise. Dr. Petsche’s love for animals began at a very young age. She started riding horses when she was five years old, and throughout her childhood spent her time caring for her family’s pets — dogs, cats, hamsters, horses and a goat. It was here, as a little girl in rural Michigan, that she decided to become a veterinarian. Dr. Petsche has aligned herself with the recently developed Fear-Free initiative, and Loyal Companions is one of the first animal hospitals in the country to have the whole staff become Fear-Free Certified Professionals. Special attention has been paid to the smallest details of the new hospital’s design to ensure every pet’s experience at Loyal Companions is calming and pleasant. Loyal Companions Fear Free certified staff employ numerous scientifically based techniques to keep pets (and their

people!) calm and stress free while they receive veterinary care. This includes an innovative hospital design, which gives cats their own section in the hospital so they never have to see, hear or smell a dog. Cats and dogs have their own separate entrances. Additionally, the new animal hospital design has eliminated the waiting room, as this can be the area where most pets and their people become stressed. Upon arriving, pets and their people are ushered into spacious exam rooms, each with a window to allow for natural light, proven to improve wellbeing. Scientifically proven to produce calming effects, speciesspecific calming music and pheromones are diffused into each room. To ensure pets equate only positive experiences with coming to Loyal Companions, owners are asked to bring their pets to their appointments hungry so tasty treats or food can be provided throughout the exam and procedures. Loyal Companions is proud to be an AAHA Accredited Hospital. They are in the top 12% of hospitals nationwide and

LOYAL COMPANIONS 2312 W. Main St. St. Charles 630-524-2125

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se they hold themselves to a higher arad, they have voluntarily enetered creditation process. To achieve ditation, Loyal Companions was ated on over 900 rigorous standards erinary excellenceand passed with colors. Loyal Companions strives to be pions of excellent care. Companions is also a Cat Friendly ce, certified by the American iation of Feline Practitioners. Loyal anions rolls out the red carpet ment for your feline friend giving them own entrance, own exam rooms and reatment space so your cat will never o see, hear or smell a dog during their By decreasing the stress and anxiety of ts Loyal Companions is able to achieve er level of care for your feline friend.

t Loyal Companions Pet Resort your dog or cat will receive extra special attention. If you will be traveling, your pet can lodge overnight in one of our spacious dog suites or kitty condos. There are cozy beds, special treats and one-on-one attention from our caring staff. Each area of the Pet Resort is equipped with state-of-the-art webcams so pet owners will be at ease knowing they can see their pets even if they are miles away. For additional peace of mind, you can have confidence knowing Dr. Vicki Petsche and staff are ready and willing to assist your pet if the need for veterinary care should arise. Plan ahead by at least three weeks when reserving a lodging stay because some pets may need to have vaccines updated. Doggie Day Care is the perfect solution if you are a working pet parent or have a busy schedule with your human children. It is especially helpful with the busy holiday schedules and winter weather. Your dog can have a full or half-day of playtime exercising in our spacious indoor and outdoor areas. At Loyal Companions we take our day care service to the next level by providing your pet with extra training

in basic manners or we can work on a skill or trick at your request. We want the time spent with us to be stimulating both socially and intellectually — the same as a high quality children’s day care center. Keep your dog smelling fresh and looking their best by taking advantage of our full grooming services. This service includes bath and brush out, hair cut based on your dog’s breed and your preferences, nail trimming and grinding, ear cleaning. This is a great service after a lodging stay or a fun day of daycare so your pet goes home smelling fresh and clean. Loyal Companions Pet Resort ... the care and compassion your pet deserves.

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BIRDS ARE THE WORLD

ASICS ‘18 JUNIOR NATIONAL VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

FOR BIRD IS THE WORD

Bird is the Word is an open and sunny showroom on Batavia’s riverfront where bird-lovers of all types can visit owner Sally Haugk’s free-roaming feathered friends to find just the right companion parrot to bring home with them. Bird is the Word specializes in the breeding, handfeeding, rearing and sale of baby parrots and other exotic birds. They also offer cages for sale, food, both seeds and pellets, as well as bird toys, accessories and other related products. Boarding services are available year round. Wing and nail trims are offered Saturdays and Sundays, and well-bird clinics with a veterinarian four times a year. The business is conveniently open seven days a week. Haugk has owned Bird is the Word for 26 years. She opened the Batavia location in 1995. With more than 2,100 square feet, there is room for a kitchen/nursery, as well as boarding and breeding rooms. Haugk said her mission is to help people understand the dynamics of parrot ownership, both the good and bad. In addition to Haugk, Bird is the Word has three additional specialists on staff to assist customers with their questions. Bird is the Word breeds many of their own birds. Domestically raised babies are lovingly hand fed and socialized, and most of the birds are kept in open playgrounds. Haugk offers potential customers the opportunity to come in and choose their new baby before it’s ready to come home. When you place a deposit (half the price of the bird), you are welcome to come in and visit with your new baby as often as possible. Haugk said it is a great way to bond with your new bird, and it makes the transition to your home so much easier. “We want wonderful and loving forever

Bird is the Word 30 S. Shumway Ave, Batavia (630) 406-7610 www.birdistheword.com Find us on Facebook Monday-Friday 10-8, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-5

homes for all of our parrots,” she said. “We love our parrots, and we will always try to help our customers discover the positive side of parrot ownership.”

Founded in 2003, Kane County Jrs. Volleyball Club is a program to provide the potential, balance and growth of young athletes. The club strives to provide players the opportunity to develop in the sport to their full athletic ability. Kane County Jrs. Volleyball Club is a private club located in Elburn training girls and boys, ages 12U to 18U. The 4-court facility has plenty of space to offer up to 100 athletes quality practice time. The club aims for 9-10 players per team, allowing each player to get experience while participating in leagues and tournaments in the greater Chicago land area. Some teams even travel to major volleyball events around the country. Getting the most out of each player is the goal for Head Coach KC Johnsen. KC had a very successful run as Varsity Coach at Geneva High School for 13 years leading the school to many Conference Championships for the girls and boys programs while he was there. Loved by his players, KC not only teaches them fundamental skills, but provides players with the ability to think for themselves on the court. Kane County Jrs. has provided many All Conference and All Area High School players that came through their club program. One thing that sets the club apart is the fact they accept and embrace athletes that also participate in other sports or activities. The club asks that the player balance their time between club volleyball and their other interests. They practice three times per week for 14U and up and twice per week for 12U. The girls season runs from late November to mid-June. The boys start tryouts in August and the season ends at the end of February. There is also a volleykids program for getting young players involved in the sport. Coach Michelle is the director of Volleykids SM-CL1547846

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and she has an untiring love of the kids and for the game. These Volleykids sessions run for 6-8 week intervals starting in July. Over the years, Kane County Jrs. has many championships and medals awarded to its teams. East Coast Championships in Pennsylvania, Volleyball Festival in Phoenix, Arizona and many medals for divisional titles at Junior Olympics (JO’s). Kane County Jrs. has partnered with Sports Recruits, a platform to help athletes that want to continue their volleyball career in college. Sports Recruits opens access to every college and university in the country at every level. D1, D2, D3, NAIA and Junior College. The most recent title win was at the Asics Junior Nationals Championships held in Chicago at Navy Pier in June 2018 was due to the hard work and intense play of

the Kane County 18 Gold team. Pictured are: Bottom row left to right, Calli Gentry (St. Charles East HS), Nikole Custer (St. Charles North HS), Lauren Greenwood, (West Aurora HS), Brigid McCarthy (St. Charles North HS). Coach Coley Pawlikowski. Top row left to right: Assistant Coach Dan Pawlikowski, Rose McCormick (Geneva HS), Emma Davine (Geneva HS), Anna Friedlund (Dekalb HS), Makayla Morgan (St. Charles North HS), Coach Matt Callaway. Watch for tryouts dates posted at www.kanecountyjrs.com coming in late summer/early fall.

Practice Facility Located At

Kane County Jrs. Volleyball Club

M.A. Center, 41W501 Keslinger Road, Elburn Contact: Phyllis Johnsen at 630-879-6106 or KC Johnsen at 630-338-9227 www.kanecountyjrs.com

SILVER SOLUTIONS RADIO

There Only When You Need Us

ight at Home is like a family caregiver except that caregivers are available 24/7 for all of a client’s care needs, whether for an hour visit or live-in care. Right Care, Right at Home is there when clients need help and out of sight when they don’t.

every day, with a typical day including a variety of meaningful cognitive and physical activities, in addition to assistance with the basic activities of daily living.

Right Services include Companionship Care and Homemaking, Physical Assistance, Hygiene, Wellness, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Services, Non- Medical Home Care, Respite Care and Health Reminders.

An innovative dementia care system uses Montessori-like activities based on the client’s stage of dementia to improve quality of life in a home setting.

Right at Home was founded by Allen Hager, a hospital administrator who watched many of his patients — especially seniors — leave the facility and return home, but not necessarily a return to health. Once home, many of Hager’s former patients were unable to care for themselves.

To ensure quality care, managers round with clients and caregivers regularly and conduct supervisory visits. Each month, respected home care research company Home Care Pulse conducts satisfaction surveys with a percentage of caregivers and clients. Families can track care provided using an operating system portal to view schedules, telephone records, daily care notes and invoices.

Creating Right at Home in Omaha, Nebraska in 1995, Hager branched into other regions of the country by carefully selecting franchisees who shared his passion for caring for those in their community.

Aging isn’t easy — not for the person getting older nor for their family. New challenges arise almost daily. Right at Home simplifies daily living for families in need. Owners, office staff and direct caregivers fulfill Right at Home’s promises to clients every day:

Right at Home currently has more than 500 locations serving tens of thousands of clients across the United States and internationally. Brian and Kathy Wetters opened their first local office in Batavia, Illinois in 2003 to provide home care services to clients in Chicago’s Far West Suburbs, opening a second office in Naperville several years later to serve the southwest suburbs. Both Brian and Kathy have experienced the stress of being long distance caregivers to elderly parents and truly understand a family’s concerns when it comes to making big decisions regarding long term care for a loved one. Right At Home’s mission statement, “to improve the quality of life for those we serve,” begins with Right Care — a comprehensive approach to delivering the care your loved one needs. Starting with the Right People, Right at Home seeks employees who are professional and passionate about caregiving, only hiring the top 15% of applicants. Training requirements are significantly higher than those required by

Right at Home hosts this Tuesdays at 9:30 AM on WRMN-1410AM in Elgin, an enlightening and engaging program where long-term care topics of interest to seniors, disabled adults and their families are discussed.

the Illinois Department of Public Health. The Right Approach and Right Size ﬂexible scheduling ensures comprehensive care tailored to clients’ safety and needs. Right at Home staff assist each client in making the most of

• We treat you like our neighbors, because you are. • We listen, because your experience and input help us make it simpler for other families like yours. • We strive to provide the best experience possible, because you expect nothing less. • We make doing business with us easy, because you have more important things to worry about. 133 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia • 630-879-1965 www.rightathome.net/fox-valley

Due to the nature of our services, we are open 24/7/365 to serve our clients. Our live messaging service picks up the office phone when the line is busy or we are out of the office and notifies our staff immediately via phone, text and email. After office hours, weekends and holidays, the Right at Home on-call coordinator is always available. We service: Batavia, Geneva, Elburn, Aurora, North Aurora, Winfield, Warrenville, Sugar Grove, Oswego, Yorkville, Minooka, Big Rock, Bristol, Hinckley, Leland, Newark, Plano, Sandwich, Sheridan, Somonauk, Waterman, DeKalb, Huntley, Hampshire, Woodstock, Marengo, Harvard Insight • July 2018 | Special Advertising Section • Page 19

Operation Support Our Troops-America Presents Rockin’ For The Troops July 14

LOOK GOOD, SAVE MONEY,

SERVE THE COMMUNITY

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Nine years ago they said it couldn’t be done. Create a locally-owned salon offering professional hair care and products at affordable prices, and MEGAN serve the community. Walter Gould, owner of Flip Family Hair Care in Geneva proved them wrong. Today, Flip has become one of the most successful independent salons in the Fox Valley, thanks to the loyalty of his experienced staff and clients who keep coming back. Many of the stylists and customers have been with Flip since almost the beginning.

From Day One the salon has grown by helping customers look and feel their best, affordably, while truly giving back. DAW N Flip contributes to the community by promoting charity events, including food and clothing drives. It helps local businesses by promoting them on Flip’s website and in its salon. Flip even has a large bulletin board for community notices.

H E L P WA N T E D. Flip is growing! Highest commission and lowest chair rental rate in the area. Ideal for stylists with established clientele. 30 + hours only. Fun, casual atmosphere. Call Esther or Dawn.

Since 2003, Operation Support Our TroopsAmerica has grown into one of the largest volunteer-based military support organizations in the country. The local Naperville-based nonprofit has shipped nearly two million pounds of goods to troops deployed in dangerous places around the world. The organization will hold its 12th annual Rockin’ For The Troops celebration of the military on July 14 in the music garden at Northwestern Medicine Field, home of the Kane County Cougars in Geneva. Proceeds benefit the organization’s mission to support the morale and well-being of American forces and their families. Doors open at 3:00 PM and the show will feature five artists with ties to the military: 7th Heaven, Ayla Brown, Rockie Lynne, Ryan Weaver and The Voices. Attendees will also enjoy special tributes to all branches of the U.S military, raffles and much more. Operation Support Our Troops started off small, in the dining room of Bill and Deb Rickert. The goal was to provide comfort and care to troops deployed overseas following the attacks on 9/11. The four-star ranked Charity Navigator nonprofit has now grown into a multitiered organization, offering a lifetime of services to active duty service members, veterans and their families. While they’ve kept a sharp focus on supporting the morale of deployed troops with care packages, the organization has broadened its vision. The Allen J. Lynch Veterans Assistance Program offers temporary financial support to veterans struggling to make ends meet; The Leap of Faith Program empowers families of fallen heroes to live their life in a “New Normal” by offering a three-day seminar focusing on living their life to the fullest. Day one is a full-day seminar with a psychologist and the OSOTAmerica Leap of Faith Team. The next two days then utilize dolphin/ equine therapy as well as taking “an actual Leap of Faith” out of an airplane via a tandem skydive with the U.S. Army Golden Knights or

The salon ensures your satisfaction by offering high-quality services and products at hard-to-beat prices. They do this in an atmosphere that caters to your comfort. “The smiles that you see are genuine,” Walter said. It’s those smiles that drive him and his experienced staff to do what they do. “I love the people and the creativity; every day is different,” he said. “I like that we have a small part in making someone look good and feel good about themselves.”

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the All Veteran Parachute Team. None of these programs are possible without your support of Rockin’ For The Troops. General admission tickets are $25, the same cost to ship a single comfort and care package to troops serving in harm’s way. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, friends and family.

To purchase, visit RockinForTheTroops. org, the Kane County Cougars Box Ofﬁce or call 630-232-8811. Tickets are also available at participating JewelOsco stores.

2018 Tax Reform Causes Both Pleasure and Pain

Mr. Lewis’ clients don’t hear from him only at tax time. Lewis & Associates Tax Planning his will be an unusually busy year for E. Pete Lewis, CPA, EA and his staff. Tax focuses on tax planning, preparation, IRS debt relief and audit representation. So he planning is a core part of his business. And since last November, the Geneva and his staff need to understand each client’s business to match their transactions with resident and his staff have spent countless hours figuring out “workarounds” available tax savings. He is always mindful of the fact that he is for business owners who may not be reaping the benefits providing a service to people who need to partner with someone of the 2018 Tax Cuts and Job Act. This Christmas gift presented Pete is a they can trust. “I think of my clients as friends,” he said. “Some by Congress on December 22, 2017 comes with a silver lining have been friends for more than 20 years. I believe that each for some but a knowledgable, individual deserves the best service that can be provided.” greater liability for proactive and trusted others. And Mr. Mr. Lewis began his tax practice in 2008. But when he first advisor focused on Lewis is feverishly graduated from college in 1972 accounting and tax was not his trying to find helping his clients first choice. He entered the field of Journalism and worked as a ways to soften lower their tax newspaper reporter for about five years. In 1979 the accounting the blow for bug bit him. So he went back to college to earn an MBA in finance obligations. He tells those unfortunate and later became licensed as a CPA and Enrolled Agent Admitted to few. “It’s a busy it like it is and is a Practice Before the IRS. Mr. Lewis held tax management positions time and an pleasure to work with. in public accounting firms, law firms and Chicago area corporations exciting planning for 30 years. Mr. Lewis has also been teaching at Chicago area — Dr. Sakina & opportunity for universities as an Adjunct Professor of Accounting and Finance for Mansoor Bajowala, Kaneland my clients,” he said. “And as we progress through 2018 I’ve been more than 20 years. Allergy & Asthma Center, North providing a tax planning model for individual taxpayers to forecast Aurora Mr. Lewis continues to grow his business by helping local area unexpected surprises at year-end.” business owners and individuals with their tax problems. Lewis & Associates Tax Planning is also excited about the new IRS Mr. Lewis will be conducting a SCORE-sponsored workshop on payment plan limits on tax debt up to $100,000. The IRS recently July 18, and a live webinar on Sept. 20 sponsored by Lorman Education Services titled extended the payment plan terms of its Fresh Start Initiative. The prior terms allowed “Uncovering overlooked tax breaks: Planning considerations in 2018.” Call for more taxpayers to pay off tax debt up to $50,000 over 72 months with very little financial information. disclosure. That same plan now has extended the terms to 84 months for tax debt up to $100,000.

LEWIS & ASSOCIATES TAX PLANNING, INC. 409 Illinois Ave., Ste 1D • St. Charles

(630) 845-9664 • www.taxadvisorstcharles.com Pete Lewis MBA, CPA, EA

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The Reserve of Geneva

One of the Assisted Living philosophies of The Reserve is to help with residents’ daily activities so that they can enjoy what they love to do with a renewed appreciation, focus, and energy. While their attention is focused on their passions and leisure, they do not have to manage their day-to-day care alone.

hen you first think of independent or assisted living, the phrases “extended family”, “peace of mind”, and “stress-free” may not immediately come to mind. But those - and much more - are exactly what can be expected at The Reserve of Geneva. Located at 2508 Kaneville Road, the amenity-rich Reserve of Geneva is a not-for-profit community that just celebrated its 12th anniversary. Moving forward it will continue to provide a wide range of services and amenities that meet the always-changing needs of both current and residents.

“The Reserve is a more personal community that promotes physical and social well-being,” said Bridget Shaeffer, The Reserve’s Director of Marketing. “Our boutique environment cultivates an atmosphere where residents view their neighbors and our caring staff as extended family.”

For its first 11 years, The Reserve of Geneva was strictly an independent living community. But the Board of Directors chose to accommodate the changing needs of residents, and decided that more services could be made available. As a result, The Reserve became licensed by the State of Illinois last year to provide a full array of assisted living services. With specialized, tailored care that is set in a peaceful community atmosphere, residents enjoy an excellent quality of life.

The Reserve of Geneva was built and is managed by Essex Communities, a company with more than 40 years of distinct experience in creating and managing some of the most respected senior living communities in the country. Essex has always strived to choose serene, comfortable and useful locations for their facilities, with the idea of creating the feel of being in one’s own back yard. Such is the case with The Reserve’s location at Kaneville Road and Fargo Boulevard, which provides residents not only a calm,

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tranquil setting, but also easy access to beautiful and historic downtown Geneva. Featured there are a plethora of restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues to enjoy – just minutes away! The community features multiple well-designed floorplans that are tailored to fit individual comfort levels and styles. Additionally, The Reserve offers a multitude of amenities including a library, coffee shop, hair salon, fireside lounge, billiards room, arts and crafts studio, woodworking shop, and movie theater. Another pillar of The Reserve’s concept focuses on the value of interpersonal relationships. Communication and friendly, personal connections are paramount to any relationship. The staff takes the time to personally get to know each resident and they truly enjoy each other’s company. The resulting relationships that are forged among the residents and staff form a bond that becomes deeper than friendship; it is very much like extended family. Recognizing the needs and concerns of current residents, as well as prospects, we continue to work to accommodate the changing needs of those who

Stress-Free Independent & Assisted Living live here,” Shaeffer said. A special feature of The Reserve of Geneva Assisted Living is their customizable program which is designed to seamlessly address and facilitate the regular updates in care that residents may require. Because of their ability to adapt and respond to the changing healthcare landscape, it is no surprise The Reserve was the winner of the Best of the Fox in the Retirement/Assisted Living category in 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018. If there is any real secret to The Reserve’s Assisted

(630) 584-4300 2508 Kaneville Road Geneva, IL 60134 bshaeffer@essexcom.com www.reserveofgeneva.com Office: Mon-Fri, 8am–5pm Assisted Living: 24 hours/day

Living Success, it’s simply that the staff truly cares. They take the time to listen and understand each resident’s individual needs and create a plan to specifically address them. “From the moment you walk through our front door you will feel the intimate atmosphere,” Shaeffer said. “We want you to be comfortable, happy and enjoy your personalized quality of life.”

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String it up at Austin’s Violin Shop

Euphoria

EMPORIUM

Blends Artisan Creations And The Metaphysical Into Unique Shop Geneva hasn’t seen anything like Euphoria Emporium before. Mother and daughter duo Nancy Havlicek and Jordanne Nichols are bringing their spiritual gifts and love of the metaphysical world to Geneva with unique products and services that they hope will help people better their lives.

welcome at Euphoria.”

The shop opened in May, and it not only carries retail items like candles, jewelry, incense, vinyl records, retro clothing and more, but also provides services like Henna body art, numerology reports, Oracle readings, house and business clearings and Reiki, and even has an oxygen bar. Euphoria Emporium also showcases creations from local artists, and sells home décor items from various countries.

Nichols invites you to visit “that weird shop where you can ﬁnd a little bit of everything, even yourself!”

Havlicek and Nichols, who live in Maple Park, had been providing their services out of their home and selling products online, but realized that they can serve even more people with a brick-and-mortar location. Nichols says that they both love the Fox River Valley, so it was a no-brainer to open up shop close to home. “We realized we could put our light to good use, and educate and share with the rest of the world by helping people create and ﬁnd happiness by being their best selves,” she explains. “No matter who you are, what age you are, or what background you have, you will always be

Havlicek is a licensed minister, metaphysical teacher, master energy healer, numerologist, Henna artist and more, and has been working in the ﬁeld for more than 20 years. Nichols is a certiﬁed Usui Shiki Ryoho Master Healer.

ustin’s Violin Shop makes, repairs, sells and rents the four orchestral stringed instruments— violin, viola, cello, and bass—and offers a wide range of music, stands and accessories. Their courier service travels throughout the Chicagoland area. Owner Patricia Austin began playing the violin in fourth grade and continued to study music at Northern Illinois University. There, she also studied violin-making with Mr. Harold Walker

in DeKalb. Patricia began teaching Suzuki violin to students in 1975. In 1981, she and her husband, Dana, opened Austin’s Violin Shop in a ramshackle house on Wheeler Road—very humble beginnings! In 1986, the Austins moved their shop to its current location on Wheeler Road. Their business continued to grow, along with their family of eight children. The location presents easy access to several area studios and schools. Working out of their home also gave Patricia the opportunity to be close to her children while teaching full time. Dana converted the garage into a working shop for meeting with customers, as well as for luthier services. Upon Dana’s passing in 1994, Patricia took over the violin shop and gradually transitioned from full-time teaching to running the shop. The Austin’s oldest daughter, Honna, currently provides lessons in the studio two days a week, as well as at a large strings studio in Batavia. Daughter Holly graduated from the violin-making school and is now a luthier at the shop, and son Joel aspires to become a luthier.

Euphoria EMPORIUM 715 E. State St. #101 Geneva. IL

www.euphoriaemporiuminc.com

HOURS:

Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.- 7 p.m.

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AUSTIN’S VIOLIN SHOP           info@austinsviolinshop.com

www.austinsviolinshop.com Tuesday – Friday from 1 to 5:30 p.m. Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“Our main philosophy is to allow students from our area the opportunity to enjoy playing a stringed instrument, and to provide them with high-quality equipment and service,” Patricia said. She said that she never foresaw the size that they have grown to, or the number of wonderful families and teachers they have met over the years. “I’ve been able to incorporate many loves into this place—music, children, gardens, pets,” she said. “We have so much to be thankful for.” If you have a question or need about anything concerning orchestra strings, the Austins have the answer and the products, or they will find it for you.

SLIP OTTER S LIDIN ’ COVE AQUATIC PARK

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goes turbo-charged for summer fun! Anyone seeking thrills and chills at the pool this summer need venture no further than the junction of Campton Hills and Peck Roads in western St. Charles. With new, fun-tastic attractions like the Racer Slide, Turbo Slide with Freefall Launch and the Sport Spot for water hoops and other games, Otter Cove Aquatic Park is a summer sweet spot to rival any resort water theme park. “We know that Otter Cove is a summer, daytime destination for families in St. Charles, the entire Fox Valley and even further surrounding areas,” said Jennifer Bruggeman, assistant superintendent for recreation.

them to hop out and scoot back up to do it all over again.

that helps the Park District responsively improve features and amenities.

The Racer Slides are designed for some splashy competition among friends. Up to three people can race side by side with a timing system to track their speed.

“For some time now, patrons have been asking for more amenities that offer excitement and thrills for adolescents and adults,” said Bruggeman. “Those are exactly the challenges we brought to our design ﬁrm to help us resolve.”

“Competition is an engaging feature and the Racer Slides were just what we were looking for,” said Steve Gard, Aquatic Supervisor at Otter Cove Aquatic Park. “Moving beyond the idea of friends racing down individual tube slides to see who finishes first, a single race slide has a starting line and timing system so racers can share results at the finish line.”

And with its trio of new, action-oriented amenities, Otter Cove is destined to become the place to go – and we mean go! – for wild water times. Start off at the Turbo Slide with its Freefall Launch. Built for speed, this water flume allows a single rider to experience the adrenaline rush of a short freefall before plunging down the tube. Riders will hold onto a bar above the starting seat and, when directed by the slide attendant, let go. The slide drops through the center of the surrounding Racer Slides and has a special finish that enhances the rousing freefall effect. Riders finish up at a short runout, an enclosed canal that allows SM-CL1548094

The Park District worked with SBH General Contractors of Wheeling, Illinois; Perkins + Will of Chicago for architecture and project management; WBK Engineering in St. Charles for civil engineering and Water Technologies Inc. of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin for aquatic design and engineering.

the Crayﬁsh Canal. Play in the Splash Park under Dumping Buckets and Spray Cannons. A sand/water play area and sand volleyball court are perfect spots to take a break from fun in the pool, and The Dive Concessions can help fuel whatever activities are on deck. “It is important to staff to maintain the quality and appearance of the facility and commit to improvements that will help the Park stay relevant and exciting,” said Bruggeman. Otter Cove is now open. Visit www. ottercove.org for information about daily admission, group rates and other seasonal deals and activities.

In addition to the Racer and Turbo Slides, this year Otter Cove expanded its ropedoff, deep water free space in the Frog Bog Activity Pool to accommodate water sports enjoyed by tweens and teens. Known as the Sport Spot, the addition of a basketball hoop encourages even more water sport play. Such competitive and spine-tingling activities are part of a growing trend in aquatic park design, according to industry insiders. But the St. Charles Park District didn’t have to go far to learn what their patrons wanted. Each year, surveys are collected from hundreds of pass holders at Otter Cove, providing valuable input

But never fear. For those who still want a lazy, hazy day at the pool, Otter Cove’s favorite features abound. Float along Turtle Creek Lazy River or come for the popular “Not So Lazy River Walks” offered on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. and Thursdays at noon. Feeling a bit more energetic? Swim laps in the 25-yard lap pool at

Otter Cove Aquatic Park 3615 Campton Hills Road, St. Charles, IL 630-513-4377

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Safe Harbor:

Navigating the Currents in Life

herapists at Safe Harbor Counseling emphatically believe in the value of the individual by virtue of his/ her existence and that effective and lasting changes must be built on a solid foundation composed of the individual’s personal strengths and an awareness of available supports. Perspectives and interventions are based on sound psychological theory as well as Christian principles. .

Convenient to Kane and Kendall counties, Safe Harbor Counseling offers counseling for children, adolescents and adults, assistance with the special education process, support through the experience of workplace bullying, as well as presentations on a variety of educational and behavioral health issues. Please visit www.safeharboril.com.

Meet Safe Harbor Counseling Therapists BETH PLACHETKA, EdD, LCSW, MSW, MAEL “Positive change occurs by identifying and building on the individual’s strengths.” Dr. Beth Plachetka, LCSW, brings a unique blend of professional experiences to her work as therapist, teacher and school social worker. Dr. Plachetka offers services to adolescents and adults in the areas of relationships, PTSD, bullying, anxiety and depression, special education and workplace issues using a variety of therapeutic techniques including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for traumatic memories. Consultation and supervision services as well as professional development presentations that include Continuing Education Units are offered. JANET MEEKS, LCPC provides services for adolescents and adults in the areas of relationships, depression and anxiety. Janet’s experience as a special education teacher is the foundation of her expertise in successful interpersonal skills at school and work. She is an experienced clinician in CBT and behavioral therapy and is an excellent guide through the special education process. Janet has provided training for professionals as well as therapy for both individuals and couples.

KIMBERLY RHODES, LCPC brings a well deserved reputation of highly effective clinical skills and knowledge. Kim previously provided clinical direction and therapeutic services through Family Counseling in Aurora, IL, where she also served as clinical director. Kim uses a variety of therapeutic techniques in working with clients on issues of trauma, domestic violence, Asperger’s, group, individual and couples therapy.

KATHERINE DOLEWSKI, MSW, LCSW offers therapeutic intervention for children pre/k through 6th grade as well as adolescents and adults. Katherine has taught “Zones of Regulations” and “Social Awareness” groups as an elementary school social worker in Elmhurst. Katherine teaches the skills necessary for self-control and getting along with others and recognizes the importance of including parents and other significant adults in the process.

SAFE HARBOR COUNSELING 76 S. Main St., Ste. A, Sugar Grove (630) 466-8657 office • (630) 272-4959 cell www.SafeHarborIL.com www.drbethplachetka.com follow us on facebook

Maricela Perez APN, owner of Santa Maria Health provides bilingual services for patients requiring medications. Santa Maria Health is located at Safe Harbor Counseling. Appointments are scheduled by calling 630-346-3995 or mailing at santamariahealth@gmail.com

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houses into homes WE’VE TURNED

ouse of Fireplaces aspires to be your “one-stop fireplace shop,” where we can meet all of your fireplace needs, from complete installation of new fireplaces to technical support and advice. We offer gas, wood and electric fireplaces, gas logs, inserts, custom glass doors, custom mantels, granite, marble, cultured stone, installation and superb service. Come see our newly-updated and re-designed showroom. Our expansion will be completed by the end of summer, with 15 additional burning units. Marvel at our dramatic new centerpiece, the Heat & Glo True masonrystyled direct vent fireplace, our new line of durable Broilmaster grills, and all our new displays and products. We’ve made a major investment to make your shopping experience even better. Showroom manager Kevin Sandell represents the third generation of the Sandell family business. Kevin manages the retail side of the business while his father, Mark Sandell, manages the wholesale side. Founded in 1953 by Stanley Sandell after

FOR OVER 60 YEARS

his return from the Navy in World War II, the business began as one of the first distributors of the Thulman wood burning fireplace. When Thulman turned into the Majestic Fireplace Company, the business took the name Majestic Distributing. Originally a strictly wholesale company selling the Majestic Fireplace to builders and heating contractors, we opened our first retail outlet in 1963—and House of Fireplaces was born. Kevin, who started at the bottom sweeping the warehouse after school as a kid, worked summers and winters while going to school. He started working full time shortly after graduating college with a degree in business

administration, and took over showroom operations in 2010. “We have been selling fireplaces since the very beginning of the air-cooled prefabricated fireplace,” Kevin said. “We have seen the industry go from one manufacturer to hundreds, from three fireplace choices to thousands. Throughout this evolution, we have continued to adapt to the changing tastes by adding more options, brands and choices for the customer.” We offer the best fireplaces, and with the most knowledgeable employees, the best possible customer service before and after the sale. We go the extra mile in customer service. One of our funniest and most memorable experiences happened when a customer came in with his wife to look at gas logs. He really liked the gas grills, but she was not interested in the grills. So they looked at log sets and left. A couple days later, the wife returned, saying she would

like to buy the grill for her husband as a surprise birthday present. She bought the grill and asked us to hold it until they came back for a log set. Later that week, the husband returned by himself and said he would like to buy the grill without his wife knowing about it. Somehow, we managed to hold him off on buying the grill. It ended up being a great surprise for him when they came in to get the gas log set, and he saw the grill with a big bow on it. Looking ahead, we are excited to discover how the fireplace industry will change and what new things there will be. We would like to see an increase in our in-house manufactured products, perhaps including a millwork shop for in-house custom mantels or a metal shop for high quality chase tops.

HOUSE OF FIREPLACES 1255 Bowes Road, Elgin (847) 741-6464 thehouseoffireplaces.com Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Although we look forward to the future, we are extremely proud of our long history as a family-run business. We have been turning houses into homes for over 60 years.

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Realtor Becky Smith works hard to exceed your expectations What makes one real estate agent stand out from the rest? Personal attention to clients, really hearing each person’s needs, and acting to fulfill those particular needs, regardless of what that entails. To better serve you, Realtor Becky Smith makes it a part of her day to scour the Fox Valley real estate market for new listings, sold listings, price reductions and homes added to the Private Listing Network. Armed with this up-to-date real estate information, Becky can relay it to clients to help them find the perfect home, especially in a tight market. (Private Listing Network is a network of homes that will be going on the market in the near future, but are not ready to be listed yet. These listings are available only to real estate agents, as they are not “active” listings). “My goal each and every day is to provide 100% customer satisfaction. Whether buying or selling, I will work each and every day to earn my clients’ trust through hard work and results. My clients can be certain that I will work hard to exceed their expectations,” she says. Becky understands that people trust her with their largest asset, and takes this trust very seriously. Becky encourages homeowners to ask her for a current Comparative Market Analysis. By staying up to date on your home’s value in the current market, you will know when it’s a good time to sell your home if you are ready to downsize or upsize. Please contact Becky to ask for a CMA that is prepared specifically for your home. She is happy to prepare one for you!

For first time homebuyers, there are numerous incentives available for down payment assistance – some of which do not need to be paid back! There’s never been a better time to get into your home. Please contact Becky for more information on these programs. Military on the Move is designed to serve our veterans and families of veterans. By letting your real estate agent know you or a family member has served in the Armed Forces, you are eligible to receive a substantial rebate at closing. Veterans also are not required to provide any down payment when buying a home. Please contact Becky for more information on this program. Becky understands that your home is a reflection of your personality and lifestyle. Each and every client is treated with respect when searching for a home of his or her dreams. Having moved 14 times herself, she can appreciate all the ups and downs of the process, and strives to create a positive and stress-free experience for her clients – whether buying or selling. “Becky is an amazing Realtor! She pays attention to your needs and helps you find the perfect home! Becky made our first house buying experience painless, I will recommend her to ANYONE looking at purchasing real estate! Thank you Becky!” --Stefanie H., Batavia

Becky Smith Vice President’s Club 2017

Physical Therapy Advantage Better Listening, Better Results

Do you suffer from a nagging pain? Do you ﬁnd yourself not pursuing the activities that you enjoy? The team at Physical Therapy Advantage believes that when clients are more informed about their injuries and the rehabilitation process, they achieve better results. Physical Therapy Advantage stands out from the rest because their physical therapists listen to you. One-on-one treatment sessions provide ample time for you to discuss your symptoms, goals for rehab, and provide you with a comprehensive evaluation to ﬁnd out the root cause of your problem. You will be educated about your injury, why it occurred and how to treat and manage it. You will be listened to and your treatment will be individualized based on your injury and circumstances. Physical Therapy Advantage is an outpatient orthopaedic physical therapy clinic treating all general orthopaedic conditions sustained from sports or work injuries, pre and post-surgery, chronic repetitive

Following a lifelong interest in the sciences and human anatomy, Joe King, Physical Therapist moved to the Fox River Valley area 13 years ago and opened the business in April 2007, as the sole practitioner. Since then, the practice has grown to a staff of eight, and is looking to grow more in 2018. “Physical Therapy Advantage aims to be your physical therapy provider of choice, your movement specialist for all of your injury needs, and your resource center to other health care professionals.”

Our Mission

Our Vision

Physical therapy Advantage strives to be the connection from a self-limiting injury to a strong, active and informed lifestyle for all generations.

(630) 892-8003

962 S. Randall Road, St. Charles

35 S. Randall Rd., North Aurora www.ptadvantagepc.com

630-341-2243

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The practice offers custom fabrication of foot orthotics, video analysis, running/gait analysis, vestibular treatment, Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization (ASTYM) manual therapy and an Alter G anti-gravity treadmill for decreased weight bearing exercise and training. Physical Therapy Advantage is now offering health coaching through the OPTAVIA plan to assist clients in making that Lifelong Transformation to Optimal Health, one healthy habit at a time.

Committed to compassion through ACTION Committed to excellence through QUALITY OF CARE Committed to changing lives through EDUCATION

BAIRD & WARNER FOX VALLEY becky.smith@bairdwarner.com

injuries, vestibular/balance issues, and postural/mechanical injuries.

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Why Choose a STEAM Focused Education for Your Child? “Is my child ready for elementary school?” If you’re the parent of a young child, or children, chances are you’ve asked yourself this question. In today’s world, we want to make sure that we’re giving our children every advantage and opportunity that we can, and that means ensuring that their education begins early—and gets off to the right start. We want our children to be ready to face the challenges of life and the ever-changing world around them. Today’s kids beneﬁt from being entrepreneurial and adaptable. They need to be makers and doers, not just thinkers. That’s why many schools are embracing the STEAM philosophy (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math). This educational approach is deﬁned by project-based learning and integration of the arts and sciences. Project-based learning connects academic skills to practical application, so learning is meaningful to children’s lives. Also, collaboration and communication enhance social and emotional development. STEAM learning stimulates innovation, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. It encourages children to think about what they’re learning in a more connected, holistic way. Through STEAM, children develop the skills and attributes to navigate the world around them. • Science nurtures inquisitive minds and inspires curiosity. • Technology encourages working with tools (both digital and otherwise). • Engineering promotes problem-solving skills. • The Arts help children express ideas and communicate. • Math guides children to apply logic and understanding to systems. Even the littlest learners, including infants, thrive from STEAM learning. Just like scientists, very young children learn about the world around them by experimenting and trying new ways of doing things. The bonds they form with warm, nurturing teachers and the stimulating environment of a safe, engaging classroom form a strong foundation for STEAM learning. Everbrook Academy is the new 21st century preschool in St. Charles, where STEAM brings the world into every classroom to educate future leaders and innovators. They offer programs for infants, toddlers, Preschool, and school-age students.

3090 W. Main Street, St. Charles

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We keep you cool & breathing easier

“I plan to be a Patriot customer for life.” -- Dawn Pratt

t was a very hot day and the young dad was frantic. The air conditioning had gone out and he was in a panic to keep his wife and new baby cool. So he called Patriot Heating and Cooling Services. Many other folks were having trouble with their air conditioning then, too, so Patriot’s team was booked all day. But that wasn’t going to stop owner Bill White from serving his customers. Long after he sent his crew home for the day, Bill was still working. He went out at 10 p.m. to help the young family, and soon discovered the problem. The circuit breaker was off. After flipping the switch, he got the house cool again — and at no charge. Even though he made a house call late at night, it just didn’t feel right to charge them, Bill said.

A Rotarian for 20 years, he truly believes in Rotary’s “service above self” philosophy. He has volunteered to build water wells in Kenya. He is active with a local group that helps the needy with home repairs, and wants to get more involved in the community. “I want to lead a life of significance, putting people before profit,” he said. He shares that

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vision with his staff. So all are trained to give exceptional customer service, and “do the best for the customer, not what’s best for Patriot,” Bill said. All technicians are drug-screened and background-checked. Most have been tested and certified by the nation’s largest non-profit HVAC certification group, North American Technician Excellence (NATE). Not only does Patriot offer exceptional service from a skilled staff, it also handles great brands with warranties like Rheem furnaces and air conditioning, Aprilaire humidifiers, and Honeywell and A/C Ecobee controls. system Patriot also check installs UV lights only and electronic air Includes $100 off on cleaners. repair and $400 off

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That’s what he calls, “Doing the right thing, at the right time, every time.” Bill has been in the heating and cooling business for eight years, and unfortunately has seen more than his share of what not to do. “There’s a customer service void in our industry,” he said. Not returning phone calls, showing up late, using high-pressure tactics. So when he started his firm three years ago, he was determined not to do things that way.

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“Now, as part of our focus on exceptional client service we offer comprehensive duct cleaning services. The health and safety of our clients is critical and making sure they are breathing clean air is one of our goals. We know in most cases the air inside your home is filled with toxins and particulates that just keep circulating around the home. A comprehensive duct cleaning is a first step to correcting that,” White said. Bill’s firm strives to be an expert, but with technology always changing, that can be elusive. So Patriot keeps up with industry advances, while never losing sight of the fundamentals — good quality heating and cooling. He reminds people that he “got in business to help people, so when you work with Patriot Heating and Cooling, you won’t be disappointed.”

Do you recognize any of these businesses?

ach one has a way to draw your eye to their door, to let you know who they are. Colors, shapes, sizes, functionality — all of these businesses have chosen their own individual blend of these qualities so their business entrance stands out and gets noticed.

Bring potential customers to your door with your own design, or let our professional sales staff design your awning/canopy. Use your company logo and colors to identify who you are. Awnings not only attract customers, they can also help lower your air conditioning costs by cutting down the heat produced by the sun. In fact, you can reduce your energy costs by up to 25 percent and room temperatures by 8 to 15 degrees. Johnson Seat & Canvas is a second generation, familyowned business that has served Northern Illinois for more than 60 years. Customer satisfaction is their number-one priority, with numerous repeat customers.

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SENIORS Helping SENIORS® ... a way to give and to receive®

native of St. Charles and daughter of life-long St. Charles and Batavia teachers Mary and Floyd (Coach/ Swede) Carlson, Caroline Olinger, retired in 2013 after a long and distinguished career in the United States Navy and came home to Batavia to be closer to her large family.

From Sailors to Seniors.... In March 2015, Caroline became the owner of Seniors Helping Seniors inhome senior care service in the Fox Valley (Tri-Cities) and Kane County areas. Caroline’s team is licensed, insured, and bonded by the State of Illinois, and provides a variety of non-medical assistance for seniors with their activities of daily living, such as assistance with dressing and grooming, meal preparation, laundry, errands, doctor visits, light housekeeping, respite care and more. They work to ensure the senior’s safety, reduce their loneliness, and encourage independent living while they remain in their homes (or care facilities) for as long as possible. The unique peer-to-peer model of senior care provides an experienced, compassionate and credible resource of Caroline & Scott Olinger male and female Seniors who enjoy helping others and truly understand and respect their fellow seniors. As a growing business in the area, Caroline is currently looking for active senior men and women (as young as 40) to be part-time, paid employees for her team. “I have incredible helpers that include very talented and loving senior caregivers,” Caroline said. “I have a wonderful pianist, two woodworkers, great cooks, retired teachers and nurses, and even an active Senior League baseball player! They are all truly inspirational people who simply want to stay active and help others.” testimonial “Our Mother, who is 89 years old with balance issues, has SHS caregivers every day and some overnights as well. They provide loving, compassionate, capable care for Mom and each bring their own personal ﬂair and talent with them. Because the caregivers are mainly comprised of active seniors, they are able to relate to Mom’s advanced years both in conversation and experience. Additionally, because Caroline hires folks from our area, we have found many common ties with familiar connections in the community and people Mom has known over the years. My brother and I are very happy with SHS in every way. And most importantly, our Mother is as well!” -Sue S. of Geneva, IL

630.937.4246

SeniorsHelpingSeniors.com/foxvalley Business hours: Daily 8am-6pm M-F, calls monitored on weekends

Don’t ﬁght the IRS alone! You need PJN Tax Solutions

JN Tax Solutions Group, Inc. is a local tax resolution firm with over 37 years of experience helping numerous small businesses and individuals with their taxes. Whether you are receiving threatening letters and phone calls from the IRS or simply need an expert to prepare your taxes, PJN Tax Solutions Group can help you.

meet with the IRS.” PJN Tax Solutions Group, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading experts in resolving back taxes and IRS problems. Their team of expert tax attorneys and CPAs is ready to fight for you. The firm will compile a comprehensive financial profile using information from you, the taxpayer, before implementing the best resolution for you. Everything they do is based on a flat fee for their services, so that there are no surprises at the end. You know from the beginning exactly what it will cost for the firm’s time and services!

PJN Tax Solutions Group owner Patrick J. Noone earned an accounting degree from DePaul University in Chicago in 1981 and passed his certified public accountant exam in 1983. He worked in public and private For a free, no obligation accounting for 30 years consultation, call 630before opening his own 415-5296 or visit the tax preparation and tax We are the PJN Tax Solutions resolution firm seven rescue squ website at www. years ago in Elgin and ad pjntaxsolutions.com another in St. Charles for trouble d three years ago. Would you go to court taxpayers. without an attorney? If “With 37 years of no, then why would you experience, I’ve probably represent yourself before seen just about everything the IRS? there is to see,” Noone said. But it is his firm’s experience with the Internal Revenue Service that is the most valuable asset that he offers to his clients. “The IRS is the world’s largest collection agency. They can seize just about any assets to pay unpaid taxes,” said owner 1601 E. Main St., Suite A, St. Charles Patrick Noone. “We know how the IRS 630-415-5296 thinks and what they are looking for. www.pjntaxsolutions.com When you hire us, we will take care of all communications with the IRS. We will Hours: M-F 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., negotiate on your behalf from a position weekend and evening appointments of strength and not fear. Our clients never available upon request SM-CL1548087

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Do You HATE Going To The Dentist? Are you embarrassed to smile? Is it time to schedule an appointment?

www.SedationDentistry.info According to Dr. Kim, “Excellent and complex dental care requires a significant investment of time. Patients who are sedated are not aware of how long they have been in the chair during an appointment, which enables them to remain relaxed and comfortable throughout longer procedures.”

There are countless reasons why people choose not to visit their dentist as often as they should, but the vast majority of them fall under a single category: fear.

Not only can patients benefit from sedation dentistry during an individual dental appointment, but it can also lead to a reduction in fear of the dentist.

To help people overcome their fear of the dentist, the team at Modern Dentistry in Sugar Grove are proponents of “sedation dentistry.”

“Positive dental experiences help to build a trusting relationship between an anxious patient and the entire dental team,” Kim explained. “It is not uncommon for anxious patients to require less expensive sedation or anxiety reducing procedures in the future, as they have gained confidence that dental therapy is not something that needs to be dreaded.”

Dr. Joseph Kim has performed thousands of sedation procedures. Most patients come to him by word of mouth. “We have many patients come from out of state for sedation and extensive dental treatment,” said Patient Care Coordinator Michelle Schultz.

He said that many patients find themselves finally able to return for their every-six-month exam and cleaning and are able to do so without the same level of fear and anxiety they originally had.

Dr. Kim said that the fear of dentists can sometimes cause anxiety so great that they lead to physical symptoms: panic attacks, sweating, nervousness, nausea. “Patients this fearful have a hard time even speaking on the phone with us to make an appointment,” Kim said.

“This promotes not only a healthy mouth, but also boosts the patient’s self-esteem and confidence,” Kim said. “It’s always amazing to see the transformation of patients who were embarrassed of their teeth. The emotional and financial investment that anxious patients make in their oral health is rewarded with a positive self-image in their healthy, new smile.”

This fear is often caused by either general phobia of the dentist, or it can be caused by a traumatic past experience or dental condition causing embarrassment or humiliation. Sadly, avoiding preventive and early treatment often turns smaller problems into serious diseases such as gum disease, painful and infected teeth, and further deterioration of their smiles.

For patients with great anxiety, Dr. Kim’s team often suggests IV sedation. For those who have a general fear of the dentist or just want to have a lot of treatment done at once, oral sedation is also available. Both have an amnesia component to them, so they have very little to no memory of the dental visit.

Sedation dentistry is ideal for patients facing this level of fear of dentists. However, there are things other people face that also can benefit from sedation dentistry. For some, their gag reflex is so severe that a patient requires sedation in order to have a treatment done. Other general reasons for sedation dentistry include people who need a lot of treatment to be done but do not want to return for multiple visits, and people who travel for work or cannot miss a lot of work due to dental treatments. In those cases, aided by sedation dentistry, more treatments could be done in fewer appointments.

“Sedation dentistry has helped many patients overcome their fears and allowed them to have the treatment they need,” Dr. Kim said.

Joseph Kim, DDS • General Dentist 769 Heartland Drive, Unit C, • Sugar Grove, IL 60554

(630) 466-7445

He encourages fearful patients to take advantage of a no-obligation, free sedation consultation. “With our free sedation consultations, fearful patients have one less reason to put off their dental health for another day.”

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